Learn how to crochet a sweater step-by-step in the Dwell Sweater video tutorial. This is a fantastic beginner sweater pattern because there is no shaping, increasing or decreasing. Scroll to the bottom of the post for the video tutorial and get the complete free Dwell Sweater written pattern here.
It's been so fun to see so many of you making the new Dwell Sweater! It sounds like a lot of us have wondered how to crochet a sweater, but always thought it was too difficult, time consuming and overwhelming to tackle. (This was definitely me until about seven months ago.)
Well, if that describes you, this video tutorial has your name all over it! The Dwell Sweater is based on extremely simple construction, yet it comes together to create a quite cozy and stylish end result. The chunkier Lion Brand Wool-Ease Tonal yarn makes the entire sweater work up surprisingly quickly (I made mine in less than a week and I wasn't even crocheting like a maniac!), while still maintaining a beautiful and comfortable drape.
In this video tutorial, I show you each step of the process of crocheting the Dwell Sweater, including how to crochet the initial rectangle using the zeros and crosses stitch, how to seam the rectangle into a shrug, and then how to add the collar, sleeve cuffs and (best of all!) pockets.
You will definitely want to reference the free written pattern while working from the video because you'll need to know specific stitch and row counts for the size you're making.
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The Dwell Sweater Step-by-Step Video Tutorial
You can find the free Dwell Sweater pattern (sizes S-3 XL) here.
The ad-free, printable PDF with stitch chart is available to purchase here on LoveCrafts.com or here on Etsy.
Add this pattern to your Ravelry favorites here.
Pin it for later here.
UPDATE: Lion Brand has turned this pattern into a kit that includes all the yarn you'll need plus a black and white copy of the pattern. I think this is such a fun gift to give yourself! Grab yours here.)
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Liliana says
En español!!!!!!! Plisssssss
Becky S says
I've frogged this thing 3 times - After a few repeats of the pattern the rectangle starts turning into a triangle. I hope after watching this vid, I can figure out what I'm doing wrong before the yarn I'm using is too tired to work.
Theresa Roseberry says
Your sweaters are beautiful. I am just learning to crochet but would love to try one of your patterns.
Melissa Bevan says
What length should the rectangle be in the first instance after doing the 12 rows? Thanks you
Jess @ Make and Do Crew says
Hey Melissa,
You can find those details in the free written pattern here. 🙂
Jess
Laura says
Hi! I love the pattern as well but the XL/XXL Patten is too small. The sleeves come out too short and where the sweater meets the hips, for those of us with larger hips, it curves back making it look WAY too small. Even after working the front and the collar on to it. I am going to have to modify it. It seems that even the XL/XXL size if for a small woman like size 2 to 5. Not quite the average sizes.
Jess @ Make and Do Crew says
Hey Laura,
Thanks for the feedback on this. I'm curious if your gauge was the same as the pattern calls for? The pattern as written for a medium would be far too large for a woman's size 2-5, so I'm interested to figure out why yours is so small.
For reference, the model in the photos is wearing the small/medium, is 5'8" and wears a size 6.
Jess
Jenn says
Do you happen to have an alternate stitch to avoid the little 'windows' created btvthe row of dc ch 1. I would like a tighter stitch and was wondering if I would do two rows of single crochet instead of the row of double crochet? It grts cold where I live and would love to make this to wear in the winter! Any suggestions?? I love this pattern.
Jess @ Make and Do Crew says
Hey Jenn,
I feel you! To keep the same row height, I'd just work dcs in each st instead of doing the dc, ch 1, dc. Does that make sense? I do think two rows of sc would work fine too if you're willing to do a little more counting with your rows differing from the pattern. 🙂
I'd love to see how that turns out. I know a few other people have wanted to make their sweaters extra warm too.
Jess
May says
Jess iv sewed seams of rectangle lm not sure wer to start the collar. Thank you.
May Dolan says
Hi Jess I'm working on the Dwell sweater have completed rectangle and joined both sides leaving opening for cuff. Is it the double crochet at the edge of seam tat I start the collar. Video not working I'm new to crocheting would appreciate your help. Thank you
Jess @ Make and Do Crew says
Hey May,
I'm not sure I'm understanding your question. Can you please rephrase it? I'd be happy to help if I can. 🙂
Jess
Melinda says
I've tried watching the video on 4 different devices and it freezes and closes out. Is this on youtube? I've not been able to find it.
Also, The written pattern confused me a bit. It says for the largest 14 window rows but that looks really small.
Jess @ Make and Do Crew says
Hey Melinda,
I'm sorry you're having trouble. It will be on youtube soon.
The windows reference is in regard to the height of the rectangle. Each window represents 3 total rows.
Jess
May says
Hay Jess thanks for pattern I've got 12 blocks completed think it's short can I add more blocks. Thank you.
Jess @ Make and Do Crew says
Yes! You can just keep repeating that sequence of rows until you're happy with the length. 🙂
Joanne says
In the written directions, it says to make the second leg of the X behind the first leg. In the video, when you're adding the collar, it looks like you're making the second leg in front of the first...